WAYFARER ATLAS

A different China, in every city.

From imperial streets to a new urban rhythm.

12 places to explore

China

Beijing

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Imperial history. Everyday discoveries.

Suggested months: 4, 5, 9, 10. Dry, cold winters; hot summers. Spring and autumn are often comfortable, with changing conditions.
China

Chengdu

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Pandas, teahouses, and a slower table.

Suggested months: 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11. Humid with frequent cloudy days; summers can be hot and rainy.
China

Chongqing

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A river city with another level around every corner.

Suggested months: 3, 4, 10, 11. Very hot, humid summers and often misty winters.
China

Guangzhou

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A city best understood around a table.

Suggested months: 10, 11, 12, 3, 4. Subtropical, with hot humid summers and milder winters.
China

Guilin

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Karst horizons and quiet riverside days.

Suggested months: 4, 5, 9, 10. Humid and rainy at times; river conditions vary.
China

Hangzhou

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Lake paths, tea hills, and breathing room.

Suggested months: 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11. Humid; hot summers, with rain possible year-round.
China

Sanya

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A warmer chapter by the South China Sea.

Suggested months: 11, 12, 1, 2, 3. Tropical, with hot summers and possible storm disruption.
China

Shanghai

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Riverfront horizons. Lanes worth getting lost in.

Suggested months: 3, 4, 5, 10, 11. Humid summers and cool winters; rain can interrupt outdoor plans.
China

Shenzhen

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Urban energy, with the coast close by.

Suggested months: 10, 11, 12, 3, 4. Hot humid summers and mild winters, with seasonal storms possible.
China

Suzhou

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Gardens made for looking slowly.

Suggested months: 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11. Humid summers and cool winters; gardens change with the seasons.
China

Xi'an

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Ancient walls. A city still in motion.

Suggested months: 4, 5, 9, 10. Hot summers and cold winters; shoulder seasons offer a useful balance for long outdoor visits.
China

Zhangjiajie

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Sandstone peaks, with space for the weather.

Suggested months: 4, 5, 9, 10. Mountain weather changes quickly; rain and mist can affect views.